Joe Plenzler, Task & Purpose

Joe Plenzler

Task & Purpose

Washington, DC, United States

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Past articles by Joe:

Why helping others vote is a patriotic duty that appeals to US military veterans

I spent 20 years in the Marine Corps, deployed to two wars, received a medal for valor, and the most patriotic thing I have ever done has been to serve as an election poll worker. → Read More

The best water purification tablets for your next outdoor adventure

So you don’t shit your pants or die while far from home. → Read More

The wild story of Marine legend Smedley Butler that you won’t hear at boot camp

Gangsters of Capitalism: Smedley Butler, the Marines, and the Making and Breaking of America’s Empire tells the wild story of a Marine legend → Read More

The wild story of Marine legend Smedley Butler that you won’t hear at boot camp

He was known nationally by his many nicknames: “The Fighting Hell-Devil Marine,” “Old Gimlet Eye,” “The Leatherneck’s Friend,” and “The Fighting Quaker.” → Read More

The best portable coffee makers for your next deployment

Looking for the best portable coffee makers for your next deployment overseas? Here are the ones worth investing in. → Read More

Review: You won’t survive a nuclear war, but the VSSL Java coffee grinder might

The VSSL Java hand coffee grinder is an absolute tank. Here's how it stood up — and survived — our extensive testing. → Read More

Review: Up the mountain and back with the Outdoor Research Motive AscentShell jacket

If you are looking for a lightweight rain jacket that’s comfortable and stretchy and delivers top performance, this one’s for you. → Read More

Review: Salomon’s X Ultra 3 Mid Gore-Tex boots might just be our new lightweight favorite

These puppies have great out-of-the-box comfort, grip, and durability for your next backcountry adventure. → Read More

Review: Never be far from a great cup of Joe with the Cafflano Klassic coffee maker

This portable all-in-one pour over coffee maker is a near perfect balance of form and function. → Read More

Review: the ESPRO P0 ultralight coffee press delivers great taste at less weight

The ESPRO P0 ultralight coffee press is one of the lightest on the market, and it actually brews a decent cup. → Read More

Review: this classic Stanley coffee press is a rugged and dependable caffeine companion

This Stanley classic travel mug French press can make an acceptable brew with one secret hack. Here's what you should know. → Read More

Review: the CRKT M16-14SFG is one ‘special’ self-defense knife

This American tanto won’t make you a samurai, young grasshopper. → Read More

Review: Can the Delter coffee press topple the mighty AeroPress?

The Delter coffee press looks cool and makes a tasty cup of Joe, but it’s far from Marine-proof. Here's what you need to know. → Read More

Review: the Scarpa Rush Mid GTX hiking boots are a lightweight necessity for your next backcountry adventure

The Scarpa Rush Mid GTX hiking boots are improved trail runners that will protect your feet and get you there in a flash. → Read More

The best EDC flashlights worth carrying, according to US military veterans

Get it done in the dark with the best EDC flashlights on the market. → Read More

The best EDC knives worth relying on, according to US military veterans

Looking for the best EDC knife? Our team of experts examined the best EDC knives on the market. Read this review and save yourself time and money. → Read More

The best inexpensive camping and hiking gear for your next backcountry adventure

Here’s a wallet-friendly list to launch your first backpacking adventure. → Read More

Review: Practically a lightsaber, the Olight Baton 3 flashlight gets it done in the dark

The Olight Baton 3 flashlight is a powerful everyday carry light that's fit for everything from outdoor excursions to your next rave. → Read More

Review: the CRKT Pryma multitool is a solution in search of a problem

Sometimes too small is too small to be useful, and that's certainly the case with the CRKT Pryma multitool. → Read More

Review: the Benchmade Bugout pocket knife is an ultra-lightweight dream

In situations where every ounce counts, the Benchmade Bugout pocket knife delivers impressively time and time again → Read More